Sushi Chef

Launchpad Hospitality is hiring passionate Temaki Chefs to join the opening team at Nami Nori Virginia Beach—the newest location of the acclaimed Japanese restaurant concept from New York City, where Pharrell Williams is a partner. Whether you're a seasoned cook or someone eager to deepen your skills, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of something from the very start.

Nami Nori was the first to specialize in open-style temaki (sushi hand rolls) in New York City, with a mission to build a devoted following through omotenashi—the Japanese art of gracious hospitality. We are committed to creating outstanding experiences for both guests and team members.

No previous Japanese culinary experience is required. We’ll train ideal candidates who are excited to learn more about Japanese ingredients, techniques, and our signature open-style sushi hand rolls.

POPULAR ACCLAIM:

• 84K followers on Instagram
• The New York Times “Nami Nori Gets Hand Rolls Right, and Other Details Too”
• Michelin Guide “Nami Nori Brings Creative Hand-Rolled Sushi to NYC's West Village”
• GQ Magazine "Pharrell Loved This Hand Roll Spot So Much He Became a Partner"
• And more…

BENEFITS:

• Health Benefits with employer contribution
• Vision & Dental
• 401K Retirement Plan
• 40 hours Personal Time Off after 2 years of full time employment
• Employee dining discounts at any Nami Nori location
• Opportunity to grow professionally with a growing company

If you have these qualities, we want to meet you:

• Passionate about food and hospitality
• Friendly, outgoing, and engaging with guests
• Strong attention to detail and work ethic
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• A natural team player who thrives in fast-paced environments
• 1+ year of general restaurant experience

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Sushi Hand Roll Chef, you’ll be responsible for preparing and serving sushi hand rolls for both dine-in and takeout guests. This is a guest-facing position that plays a key role in creating a warm, memorable experience. You’ll interact directly with diners while crafting hand rolls with precision, care, and speed.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.